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Barbara Bethke

1934 - 2019

Barbara Bethke obituary, 1934-2019, Kimberly, WI

BORN

1934

DIED

2019

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Wichmann Funeral Home - Jansen Fargo Funeral Home

204 E Kimberly Ave

Kimberly, Wisconsin

Barbara Bethke Obituary

Barbara Bethke

Kimberly - Barbara Ann Bethke, age 84, passed away peacefully at Thedacare Regional Medical Center in Appleton on May 24, 2019. Barbara was born in Milwaukee on October 13, 1934, daughter of the late Harmon and Renata (Landes) Bethke. After graduating from Kimberly High School, she went to work as a CNA in the healthcare industry.

Barbara enjoyed crocheting; especially hats, afghans, and slippers. She also enjoyed reading, watching T.V., puzzles, and trips to the casino.

She is survived by her sons: Curt (Sharon) Friebel, Robert (Kathleen) Friebel, Jeff (Sandra) Friebel, Keith (Denise) Friebel; son-in-law: Dave Korth; 19 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter: Deborah Korth; her sister: Corrine Zwiers; her special friend: Bud; and her former husband: Jerome Friebel.

Please join the family for a celebration of Barbara's life on Sunday, June 16, 2019, 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Doyle Park, 100 Van Buren St, Little Chute, WI. 54140.

The family would like to thank the Thedacare Medical Center 7th floor nursing staff for their compassion and care in the final days of their Mother's life. They would also like to thank the staff at Rennes Health and Rehab.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Appleton Post-Crescent on Jun. 9, 2019.

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Deb Biechler

June 16, 2019

So sorry, Bob, to hear that your mother passed. Mary Dexheimer wrote to me yesterday to let me know. I was especially sorry to read that Debbie passed as well, and at such a young age! They were sweet women.

June 10, 2019

As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your cherished memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.

June 3, 2019

I'd like to extend my condolences to the family and friends for the loss of your loved one Barbara Bethke, may the words at John 11:17-25 soothe your hearts and give you comfort.

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100 Van Buren St, Little Chute, WI

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204 E Kimberly Ave, Kimberly, WI 54136

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